Viral Artist Sam Barsky to Speak at The Philadelphia Free Library | Press Conference at Liberty Bell

PHILADELPHIA - Oct. 19, 2024 - PRLog -- Artist Sam Barsky Hosts Special Talk and Press Preview at Free Library of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA – October 28th, 2024 – The Free Library of Philadelphia will welcome world-renowned viral artistic knitter and folk artist Sam Barsky, also known as "The Sweater Guy", for a special Artist Talk on Monday, October 28th, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. Before the talk, Barsky will host a Press Conference at 4:00 P.M. at The Liberty Bell, 101 S Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA 19106, where reporters will get an exclusive look at his celebrated sweaters, as seen on Jimmy Kimmel, NPR, BBC, Time Magazine, Good Morning America, and more.

Barsky, is celebrated for his hand-knit sweaters without following a pattern, that feature iconic landmarks. He will showcase some of his most famous creations, including his Liberty Bell and Independence Hall sweaters, as well as the exclusive sweater that will be exhibited at The Smithsonian Renwick Gallery in 2025.

Barsky's sweaters have gone viral with over 10 million views, and are not only artistic masterpieces but also reflections of cultural and historical significance, making this event an exciting opportunity for fans, knitting enthusiasts, and the media to explore his work ahead of his Smithsonian exhibit.

Event Details:

Press Conference: 4:00 P.M. on October 28th, 2024 at The Liberty Bell, 101 S Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Artist Talk: 6:00 P.M. on October 28th, 2024

Location: Free Library of Philadelphia, Art Department, 1901 Vine Street, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA

For media inquiries or to RSVP for the press conference, please contact:

ourprbox@gmail.com | 410-212-9066 or SmithNA@freelibrary.org | 215-686-5403

Don't miss this unique chance to experience the creative genius of Sam Barsky as he prepares to bring his iconic sweaters to the Smithsonian!

About Sam Barsky:

Sam Barsky is a globally recognized artistic knitter known for his hand-knit sweaters featuring famous landmarks and scenes from around the world. His work has been featured in prestigious media outlets and will be part of a special exhibit at the Smithsonian Renwick Gallery from August 2025 to July 2026. Sam Barsky is represented by PR Box. www.SamBarsky.com.

About the Free Library of Philadelphia:

The Free Library of Philadelphia advances literacy, guides learning, and inspires curiosity.

For more information, visit: freelibrary.org/art. (http://freelibrary.org/art)